THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson’s Post

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Calling all football fans and commercial geniuses. ⚽ 🧠 A very smart man and dear friend of mine, Jonathan Sackier - Innovator, Aviator and Health Commentator gave me some sound advice; 'If you want money, ask for advice and if you want advice, ask for money'. So here I am 'asking for advice' 😉 for a good cause of course... Men's Sunday league football doesn't get the spotlight it deserves, but it plays a crucial role in our communities. It's more than just a game - it's a lifeline for men's mental and physical health. As no.1 spectator, I see what the guys go through in their personal lives and how the team and game wash away their stresses, even if it is just for 90 mins. Now comes the challenge: how can I leverage my commercial skills and network to secure sponsorships for my team, Sungate FC for next season and give back to good cause? 🤔 In exchange for supporting the mental and physical health of Sungate FC, I would like to raise awareness of charities close to our sponsors heart. I have lots of ideas on how to do this from QR codes on kit to Instagram, but I welcome yours. So please share your ideas (however wild), in the comments, or message me if you're interested in supporting us. 😍 P.S. We have won the cup and league for the last 3 years, for those who also like trophies 😝 🏆 #upthegate 🐊 #football #grassrootsfootball #charity #givingback #mentalhealth #menshealth

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This picture was taken in Central Park at the finish line of the #NYC Half Marathon last year. You might notice the frayed hat with the word #Courage written across the front. I’ve worn this cap at hundreds of training runs and races since 2015 — as a reminder of my own struggles with depression, and my road back to #MilitaryThriving. Meaningful employment; finding purpose through service; running and taking care of my body; and being part of a connected community were all key to my recovery. And this extraordinary woman, Laura Schmiegel, was with me every step of the way. Just like she will be in two weeks when we run the #NYC Marathon — 26.2 miles in support of Team Red, White & Blue. I know LinkedIn isn’t normally used for this purpose — you can choose to #give or not. The truth is: I am not asking you to donate, because we’re running 26.2 miles or doing 22 push-ups. I’m asking you to give as a means to: 1) help break down #stigma; 2) inspire #Veterans to tell their own stories, letting our brothers and sisters know: “it’s OK to not be OK”; and 3) demonstrate the path to #mentalwealth starts with taking a few important steps we all need to #thrive. In my experience — the solution to improving health and well-being for Veterans lies with us, as a #community. We are stronger, #together. Lifting each other’s spirits; working out with our #tribe; sharing camaraderie; and supporting one another as part of a #connected, community is exactly what Team RWB stands for. We’ll see you at the finish line on November 5th! 🇺🇸 🦅 🔥

Hopefully, you have seen Matt's fundraising effort for Brothers in Arms with his ‘Keep in touch’ old boys' touch rugby team event. All funds raised are going towards our next Blethr updates (currently being worked on) because he sees as we do that the potential for Blethr is just the beginning, we envisage it truly as a means to reduce male suicide, the mission at the very center of Brothers in Arms. "Men's mental health is often misunderstood due to societal norms and expectations." Too often, men feel they must wear a mask of strength and stoicism, suppressing their emotions in order to fit into the societal mould. This can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety and depression. "Many men feel they can't speak freely about their feelings or struggles." Conversations around mental health are tough for anyone, but for men the challenge is often greater due to societal expectations of masculinity and strength. - "Blethr aims to change this by providing an anonymous, supportive platform where men can express themselves freely without fear of judgment or misunderstanding." With Blethr's safe environment and AI-assisted conversation support, we offer a space that encourages open dialogue about mental health. We believe that by giving men the chance to express themselves freely without fear of judgement or misunderstanding we can help reduce the stigma around talking about mental health struggles. - "Supporting our fundraising efforts will allow us to keep it a free platform, enhance Blethr's features, and reach more people in need." Your contribution will allow us not only enhance our current offerings but also develop new features aimed at providing even better support for our users. Every donation brings us one step closer towards reducing male suicide rates through preventative measures. Support Blethr today; help us revolutionize the approach to men's mental health. We are scheduled for an update in 2024 with new features designed specifically with your needs in mind. Your support today enables us take a significant step towards improving this critical resource as well as reaching more people who need it most. If you want to try Blethr now go here: https://lnkd.in/eqxT4SVF https://lnkd.in/eNc3AjdC

In 3 weeks time around 125 people (almost 5% of all entries) will be taking part in the GEAR10K around King's Lynn wearing the Colours of the 8:56 Foundation raising awareness and support for Men's Mental Health and I've managed to somehow complete the application form to be one of them... Now... For those that know me, I think it's pretty obvious to say I'm not the epitome of an athletic specimen, there will be more walking and waddling than running but that's not really the point... So you know where this is heading... If you would consider sponsoring me that would be absolutely fabulous... £8:56 can do a lot for Men and Mental Health, just think of the difference you can make... One Donation is 1 person at our Men's Time Socials helping to reduce risk of isolation & loneliness Five Donations pays for 1 session of Talking Therapy for someone when they need it (we provide immediate access should it be required) Ten Donations will cover 3 months costs for our Time To Talk Support Group Twenty Donations would give someone the opportunity to attend a Wellness Weekend in the Autumn Twenty Five Donations would allow us to train a Mental Health First Aider - supporting local Sports Clubs and the wider Community. Any donation will make a huge difference to someone and together we can fight the stigma that surrounds Men and Mental Health #ItsTimeToTalk https://lnkd.in/ersDaSgE

E P I S O D E 03: Ric Moylan Ric has coached World Champions, Olympians and Premiership footballers and also runs mentorship and consulting program for coaches and trainers. He helps them both physically and mentally to be the best version of themselves. On this episode we talk about the incredible work he does for charity after the tragic death of his sisters baby, resilience, how hardship pushes people forwards, how communicating what you want can be the start of managing stress and much more. https://lnkd.in/eJKJfh6e

The hobby needs a Standard Catalog! We are calling on whichever company owns its assets to update and publish the catalog, or donate the assets to The SABR Baseball Card Committee so that it may continue as a not-for-profit endeavor to benefit the hobby. Read our editorial at https://ow.ly/AA2c50QkOVk Please help us spread the word! #thehobby #SABR #StandardCatalog

Your support makes independence possible! 🚗 With your generous donation of $1,000, we could cover the cost of a crucial front suspension rebuild for a Program Car that will go to someone in need. This isn't just about fixing a car; it's about empowering someone to embrace independence and reliability. Imagine the impact: smoother rides, safer travels, and newfound freedom for an individual striving to be self-reliant. Your contribution doesn't just fix a vehicle; it paves the way for someone to access opportunities, maintain employment, and lead a more fulfilling life, especially when they have children. Take Marcellus, for example. Marcellus was brought to us by Up & Out Sober Living. Before getting his Program Car, he rode his bike nearly 10 miles to and from work until it got cold out. Then, he started taking a 90-minute bus ride to work. His car not only helps him get to and from work but also allows him to attend his son’s wrestling practices and won’t require him to find rides to games as he’s a wrestling, football, and baseball coach. You can see Marcellus receive his car here - https://lnkd.in/ez-EN_8E Help someone like Marcellus gain independence by helping us repair Program Cars. Donate here - https://lnkd.in/d2AVrbFk   #12DaysOfGiving #SupportLocal #MonthOfGiving #FrederickMD #CreatingSecondChances

Selecting a team for the Keals Cup is a balancing act. Yes, you need the finest athletes available, but just as important is a support crew filled with people willing to do anything to extract every drop of effort from the competitors.   So, when DAEMCO Australia were assembling our team, we knew there was one ankle strapper/masseur we had to have. Enter the man, the myth, the legend – Mick ‘Puggsly’ Kennedy.   Despite not personally having a skerrick of sporting ability (although he is a winner of a few competitions not suitable to be mentioned to our LinkedIn family), Puggsly knows a lot about looking after champion athletes having raised some impressive specimens of his own.   According to Puggsly, “Mate, it’s all about proper hydration and knowin’ how to keep ‘em motivated and relaxed. I’ve been doin’ it for years”.   Puggsly is somewhat of a trailblazer and innovator in the training circles having even tested and used jackhammers and cordless drills as relaxation tools in his early days.   Gareth Dickson Geschke Plumbing and Drainage Contractors had this to say about the great man, “Mick will bring an enormous amount of effort and courage to the team. In fact, as many friends and colleagues can attest, Puggsly is about the ballsiest person I know.” Please get behind Peter and YTB and tip in whatever you can afford. See the link below for more details and to donate –   https://lnkd.in/giFTRV_N.      #fundraiser #mentalhealth #battleofthetrades #kealscup #YTBPlumbing #GeschkePlumbing #PeterBond #donate #LPPipeandCivil #HDQ #RushLandscaping #CunninghamConstructions #ResidentialCommercialCivil #TreeChangePlumbingandCooling #GawnBuilding #CreativeElectrical #AuscoastFireServices #LJCreteCivil #ThePipeReliningCo #ShoreDanProjects #AdcoConstruction #KellySurveys #TradeBusinessAccountants #RawChallengeGoldCoast